A.Vogel Stress, Sleep & Mood Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets – 60 Tablets
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Overview
A.Vogel Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets are a Traditional Herbal Registration (THR) oral herbal medicine for adults experiencing low mood, mild depression, and mild anxiety. This is an important distinction to make clearly: Hyperiforce is an oral preparation taken by mouth as a mood-supporting herbal medicine — it is an entirely different category of product from the St John's Wort topical oils available in A.Vogel's skin care ranges, which are for external application to the skin only and carry no mood-related claims or indications. Hyperiforce operates as a recognised traditional herbal medicinal product with formal MHRA licensing for its oral mood indication, with a history of use in European herbal medicine for low mood that stretches back centuries.
Each tablet contains A.Vogel's standardised Hypericum perforatum (St John's Wort) fresh herb extract, prepared to the Hyperiforce quality standard and standardised for consistent potency per tablet. As a THR-registered product, the use of Hyperiforce for the temporary relief of symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety is formally recognised by the MHRA based on long-standing traditional use. The 60-tablet pack provides up to two months of supply at one tablet per day — a meaningful course length for a product addressing mood, where consistent daily use over several weeks is associated with the most meaningful benefit. Please note: Hyperiforce carries significant interactions with a wide range of prescribed medications — see the Drug Interactions section below. [Confirm current THR registration, exact mg per tablet, and standardisation parameters from the product label before publishing.]
Hyperiforce sits within the A.Vogel Stress, Sleep & Mood range at Pearl Chemist Group. Those experiencing significant, persistent, or worsening depression should always consult their GP rather than relying on a herbal supplement, for which appropriate prescription treatment may be available and preferable.
How to Take A.Vogel Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets – 60 Tablets
Recommended dose: Adults: take 1 tablet 1–3 times daily as directed on the current product label. [CONFIRM exact dose from label.] Swallow whole with a full glass of water. Take with food.
Timing: Can be taken at any time of day with food. Consistent daily dosing at the same time each day provides the most reliable course of supplementation for mood support.
Duration: At 1 tablet per day, the 60-tablet pack provides 60 days of use. At 3 tablets per day, approximately 20 days. Consistent daily use for at least four to six weeks is generally recommended before assessing full benefit. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Do not take for more than 12 weeks without consulting your GP.
CRITICAL: Before taking, check Drug Interactions section. Do not take alongside any prescribed medication without first consulting your GP or pharmacist.
Key Ingredients — Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets 60
| Ingredient | Per Tablet | What It Does |
|---|---|---|
| Hypericum perforatum (St John's Wort) fresh herb extract — standardised | [CONFIRM mg from label] | A.Vogel's quality-controlled fresh herb Hypericum extract, standardised for consistent potency. St John's Wort has a long tradition of use in European herbal medicine for low mood and mild anxiety. As a THR-registered active, its use for the temporary relief of symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety is formally recognised by the MHRA based on long-standing traditional use. This is an oral preparation — entirely distinct from topical St John's Wort preparations used externally on skin. |
⚠ Drug Interactions — Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets
St John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is known to interact with a significant number of prescribed medications. Do not take Hyperiforce if you are on any of the following medications without first consulting your GP or pharmacist:
- Antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs, tricyclics, MAOIs) — risk of serotonin syndrome, a potentially serious condition
- Oral contraceptives (the pill, patch, ring) — may significantly reduce contraceptive efficacy, increasing the risk of unwanted pregnancy
- Warfarin and other anticoagulants — may reduce anticoagulant effect, increasing clotting risk
- HIV protease inhibitors and antiretrovirals — may reduce the efficacy of HIV treatment significantly
- Ciclosporin and tacrolimus (transplant immunosuppressants) — may cause dangerously reduced immunosuppressant levels, risking organ rejection
- Anticonvulsants (e.g. carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital) — may reduce seizure medication efficacy
- Digoxin (heart medication) — may reduce digoxin levels
- Theophylline (asthma/COPD medication) — may reduce theophylline levels
- Triptans (migraine medication, e.g. sumatriptan) — risk of serotonin syndrome
- Some chemotherapy agents — may reduce efficacy
This list is not exhaustive. Always consult your pharmacist or GP if you are taking any prescribed medication before using this product.
Storage — Hyperiforce Tablets 60
Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C, away from direct sunlight. Hypericum preparations are sensitive to light and heat — store in a consistently dark, cool location throughout the full course. Keep the original packaging closed between uses. Do not use after the expiry date. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Overview
A.Vogel Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets are a Traditional Herbal Registration (THR) oral herbal medicine for adults experiencing low mood, mild depression, and mild anxiety. This is an important distinction to make clearly: Hyperiforce is an oral preparation taken by mouth as a mood-supporting herbal medicine — it is an entirely different category of product from the St John's Wort topical oils available in A.Vogel's skin care ranges, which are for external application to the skin only and carry no mood-related claims or indications. Hyperiforce operates as a recognised traditional herbal medicinal product with formal MHRA licensing for its oral mood indication, with a history of use in European herbal medicine for low mood that stretches back centuries.
Each tablet contains A.Vogel's standardised Hypericum perforatum (St John's Wort) fresh herb extract, prepared to the Hyperiforce quality standard and standardised for consistent potency per tablet. As a THR-registered product, the use of Hyperiforce for the temporary relief of symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety is formally recognised by the MHRA based on long-standing traditional use. The 60-tablet pack provides up to two months of supply at one tablet per day — a meaningful course length for a product addressing mood, where consistent daily use over several weeks is associated with the most meaningful benefit. Please note: Hyperiforce carries significant interactions with a wide range of prescribed medications — see the Drug Interactions section below. [Confirm current THR registration, exact mg per tablet, and standardisation parameters from the product label before publishing.]
Hyperiforce sits within the A.Vogel Stress, Sleep & Mood range at Pearl Chemist Group. Those experiencing significant, persistent, or worsening depression should always consult their GP rather than relying on a herbal supplement, for which appropriate prescription treatment may be available and preferable.
How to Take A.Vogel Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets – 60 Tablets
Recommended dose: Adults: take 1 tablet 1–3 times daily as directed on the current product label. [CONFIRM exact dose from label.] Swallow whole with a full glass of water. Take with food.
Timing: Can be taken at any time of day with food. Consistent daily dosing at the same time each day provides the most reliable course of supplementation for mood support.
Duration: At 1 tablet per day, the 60-tablet pack provides 60 days of use. At 3 tablets per day, approximately 20 days. Consistent daily use for at least four to six weeks is generally recommended before assessing full benefit. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Do not take for more than 12 weeks without consulting your GP.
CRITICAL: Before taking, check Drug Interactions section. Do not take alongside any prescribed medication without first consulting your GP or pharmacist.
Key Ingredients — Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets 60
| Ingredient | Per Tablet | What It Does |
|---|---|---|
| Hypericum perforatum (St John's Wort) fresh herb extract — standardised | [CONFIRM mg from label] | A.Vogel's quality-controlled fresh herb Hypericum extract, standardised for consistent potency. St John's Wort has a long tradition of use in European herbal medicine for low mood and mild anxiety. As a THR-registered active, its use for the temporary relief of symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety is formally recognised by the MHRA based on long-standing traditional use. This is an oral preparation — entirely distinct from topical St John's Wort preparations used externally on skin. |
⚠ Drug Interactions — Hyperiforce St John's Wort Tablets
St John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is known to interact with a significant number of prescribed medications. Do not take Hyperiforce if you are on any of the following medications without first consulting your GP or pharmacist:
- Antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs, tricyclics, MAOIs) — risk of serotonin syndrome, a potentially serious condition
- Oral contraceptives (the pill, patch, ring) — may significantly reduce contraceptive efficacy, increasing the risk of unwanted pregnancy
- Warfarin and other anticoagulants — may reduce anticoagulant effect, increasing clotting risk
- HIV protease inhibitors and antiretrovirals — may reduce the efficacy of HIV treatment significantly
- Ciclosporin and tacrolimus (transplant immunosuppressants) — may cause dangerously reduced immunosuppressant levels, risking organ rejection
- Anticonvulsants (e.g. carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital) — may reduce seizure medication efficacy
- Digoxin (heart medication) — may reduce digoxin levels
- Theophylline (asthma/COPD medication) — may reduce theophylline levels
- Triptans (migraine medication, e.g. sumatriptan) — risk of serotonin syndrome
- Some chemotherapy agents — may reduce efficacy
This list is not exhaustive. Always consult your pharmacist or GP if you are taking any prescribed medication before using this product.
Storage — Hyperiforce Tablets 60
Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C, away from direct sunlight. Hypericum preparations are sensitive to light and heat — store in a consistently dark, cool location throughout the full course. Keep the original packaging closed between uses. Do not use after the expiry date. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
FAQs
What is Hyperiforce used for?
A.Vogel Hyperiforce is a THR-registered oral herbal medicine for the temporary relief of symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety. As a formally licensed traditional herbal product, its use in this context is recognised by the MHRA based on the long-standing European tradition of oral St John's Wort preparations for mood support. It must not be confused with the topical St John's Wort oils in the A.Vogel range — those are entirely separate products for external skin application.
Why does St John's Wort interact with so many medications?
St John's Wort is a potent inducer of cytochrome P450 enzymes in the liver — the enzyme system responsible for metabolising a large proportion of prescribed medications. By increasing the speed at which these enzymes break down certain drugs, St John's Wort effectively reduces the blood levels and efficacy of those medications. This is a pharmacokinetic interaction — it occurs because of how the body processes the herb, not because of direct chemical conflict. The effect is clinically significant and well-documented.
Can I take Hyperiforce if I am on the contraceptive pill?
No. St John's Wort is documented to reduce the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives, potentially to the point of contraceptive failure, which could result in unwanted pregnancy. If you are taking any hormonal contraception, do not use Hyperiforce without consulting your GP or pharmacist and discussing appropriate additional contraceptive measures.
Is Hyperiforce the same as the topical St John's Wort Oil products?
No — they are completely different products. Hyperiforce is an oral tablet taken by mouth for mood support. The St John's Wort Oils in the A.Vogel range are external, topical products applied to the skin for muscle and skin care purposes. They must not be swallowed and carry no mood indication. The plant (Hypericum perforatum) is the same, but the product type, regulatory classification, indication, and safety profile are entirely different.
Does Hyperiforce cause photosensitivity?
Yes. Oral St John's Wort preparations may increase skin sensitivity to ultraviolet light — a property known as photosensitisation. Avoid prolonged exposure to strong sunlight or sunbeds whilst taking Hyperiforce, and apply a high-SPF sunscreen to exposed skin if sun exposure is unavoidable. This applies to the oral tablets as well as to topical preparations.
How long before I may notice an improvement in mood?
St John's Wort as an oral preparation for mood typically requires consistent daily use for four to six weeks before a full assessment of benefit is meaningful. As with many mood-modulating interventions, the effect builds gradually rather than producing immediate results. Consistent daily dosing over this period, at the same time each day with food, gives the most representative outcome.
Should I see a GP rather than use a herbal supplement for low mood?
Hyperiforce is appropriate for temporary, mild low mood and mild anxiety — not for significant, persistent, or worsening depression. If you are experiencing depression that is significantly affecting your daily life, relationships, or function, consult your GP. Appropriate prescription treatments exist for depression and are appropriate for many people. A pharmacist can also advise on whether a herbal supplement or a GP referral is the more appropriate first step.
Is Hyperiforce alcohol-free?
Yes. Hyperiforce Tablets do not contain alcohol. They are an alcohol-free tablet format that delivers the Hypericum extract without an ethanol base.